Processing Time

Normal Visa Processing Time: 3 – 4 working days from the date of submission (except any Friday, Saturday and any UAE Holiday)

Normal Visa Submission Time: Applications need to be submitted in between 08:30am to 05:00pm.

Express Visa Processing Time: 36 hours from the time of submission (except any Friday, Saturday and any UAE Holiday)

Express Visa Submission Time: Applications need to be submitted in between 08:30am to 12:00 noon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply through DVPC for a UAE visa?

Any Resident of Sri Lanka aspiring to visit UAE flying on the Emirates or Fly Dubai airlines can apply for the visa from DVPC

What are the advantages of applying for a visa through DVPC ?

On applying for a visa through DVPC, it eliminates the process of finding a local sponsor in UAE and it is convenient and cost effective

What is the procedure for applying for a visa to UAE?

If an Individual is qualifying as per the eligibility criteria, he/she can download the application form from the website fill it up & send it across to the nearest Visa Application Centre, along with all the required documents.

How many days prior to the date of Travel can an Individual apply or process the visa application?

An applicant can apply for the visa maximum 14 days prior to the date of travel. As the validity of the visa is 14 days from the date of Travel.

Is it necessary for every individual to fill a separate application form?

Yes, since the personal details of all applicants is a mandatory requirement to have the visa processed.

Is the Visa fees inclusive of all charges or any additional service charges are charged?

The Visa fees are inclusive of all charges, and there are no additional charges for the same.

What type of visa is it?

The validity of the visa is 58 days from the date of issue and the client can enter UAE multiple times and stay there for 30 Days from the first entry in UAE.

Are the visa fees same for infants?

Yes, The visa fees are same for an infant or an adult passenger.

Is it a single or a multi entry visa?

It is a single entry visa.

Can the entry & exit, be from any airport of UAE?

The entry and exit of the passenger has to be from the Dubai Airport only. But he / she is permitted to go to any part of UAE by any other mode of transportation.